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Iscariot

from Google AI:

The word "Iscariot" most commonly means "man of Kerioth," derived from a Hebrew or Aramaic locational phrase. [1, 2]

"Man of Kerioth" Theory

Root origin: It likely comes from the Hebrew phrase ish qeriyyoth, meaning "man of Kerioth".
Geographical link: Kerioth was a town in southern Judea. This origin would mean Judas came from Judea, setting him apart from the other disciples who were mostly from Galilee.
Scholarly consensus: Most users on Quora and major biblical scholars view this as the most standard and traditional derivation. [1, 2, 3]

Alternative Theories

The Sicarius (Assassin) Theory: Some scholars suggest the name is a corruption of the Latin word sicarius (meaning "dagger-man" or assassin), linking Judas to the Sicarii, a radical group of Jewish rebels. [1]
The "Falsehood" Theory: Another theory connects the word to the Hebrew root sheker, meaning "lie" or "falsehood," which would describe his character rather than his hometown. [1]
The "Leather Bag" Theory: A less common historical suggestion links it to the Latin word scortea, meaning a leather bag, noting that Judas carried the group's money bag.